Arcadia is undergoing a multi-million pound refit ready for 20 December sailing to the Mediterranean.

Great news - P&O Cruises Arcadia is to have new cabins and boutique cinema as part of a multi-million pound refurb.

She will get new carpets, new soft furnishings and upholstery and also 34 new cabins with private balconies.

P&O Cruises' managing director Nigel Esdale said: “This is Arcadia’s first major refurbishment since she joined the fleet in April 2005 and we are taking the opportunity to enhance and improve the features of this already very successful child free ship.

“The work that we are undertaking will add to Arcadia’s contemporary charm.

The 30-seat boutique cinema will replace the existing Cyb@Study, although wireless internet access will continue to be offered on board

P&O Cruises have confirmed that the first passengers to experience the new look Arcadia will be departing on the 16-night Mediterranean cruise from Southampton on December 20.